Risks and Warnings for Myleran (busulfan)

Myleran (busulfan) can cause very low counts of blood cells, including those that fight infection and stop bleeding. You will need to have blood tests done to make sure your blood cells don't drop too low, especially when you're first starting to take Myleran (busulfan). Tell your doctor if you have any infection symptoms (such as fever, sore throat, or mouth/throat swelling) that don't go away. Talk to your doctor or go to the emergency room right away if you have unusual bleeding that doesn't go away.

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Common concerns from people taking Myleran (busulfan)

Myleran (busulfan) can interfere with how other medicines work. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new over the counter medicines.

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Myleran (busulfan) can cause liver damage, particularly a condition called hepatic veno-occlusive disease. If you have sudden weight gain, pain on the right side of your stomach, swelling of your stomach, fluid build up in your abdomen, yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, or pale stools, talk to your doctor right away.